Richard Simmons’ Property Sells for $3.8 Million as New Buyer Plans To ‘Restore’ the Home—Over a Year After the Fitness Icon’s Death

The Los Angeles estate where fitness guru Richard Simmons died in 2024 has sold for $3.8 million—over a year after his death and months after the property reappeared on the market. Simmons, who died just days after celebrating his 76th birthday, had owned the home for decades—and spent an increasing amount of time hiding away inside the dwelling in the years leading up to his death, as he all but withdrew from public life.The hilltop abode, which spans nearly 5,000 square feet, was initially listed for $6.99 million in June 2025, 11 months after Simmons died. The price was then reduced multiple times over the next several months, with the latest price cut occurring in May and putting the property at $5.8 million.In April, the dwelling made a bold return to the market, complete with a new "highly strategic" sales strategy, which listing agents Rachelle Rosten and Kelly deLaat of The Rachelle Rosten and Kelly deLaat Team at Douglas Elliman explained was focused on maximizing the way in which buyers viewed the property's potential.Now, the home has found a buyer, who snagged a great deal on the property and has impressive plans for it. "The perfect buyer found this home. Drawn to its ...